Post by: mrbowlingnut on August 22, 2008, 10:42:51 AM
Very good ball reads the mids well and has pretty good backend, just got the Nkryption code and let me tell you the backend is outrageous on it. So will post more on how I got the Nkryption and what my thoughts on that ball are after more use.
http://www.bowling.com/products/amf-the-code.htm
Post by: directdrill on August 23, 2008, 12:11:12 AM
Thanks for the information regarding the Code on closeout. How is your Nkryption Code drilled, and how is your Code drilled? I have the Code and it is one of my favorites. I will be getting the Nkryption Code, just waiting for it to arrive at the proshop. Any comparison you can give would be greatly appreciated.
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Post by: newguy on August 23, 2008, 05:42:46 PM
Did anyone actually go to the site , or are we just responding to the original post.
Post by: Lefty_bowler on August 25, 2008, 08:30:03 AM
Post by: newguy on August 25, 2008, 10:01:39 AM
The comment regarding how many we build and it not being closed out was under the 900 Global thread and was in reference to the Creature line. As you all already know this brand is not available on line thus we can control the inventory and pricing.
So the response of " thought i read on another thread where they said they would not close out balls because they only made enough to handle orders?"
Does not apply to AMF which is available through a wide varity of distributors and sold on the internet.
Post by: A_P_K on August 25, 2008, 10:03:08 AM
Damn I really liked this ball, if I make room on my rack I guess this purchase will be justified.
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Post by: mrbowlingnut on August 25, 2008, 10:15:44 AM
The Nkryption Code is drilled the same way pin to pap at 4 1/2 but the cg on the Nkryption is shifted right at about 3 1/2. It does have a marked MB which is right of my thumb about 1 inch not sure of exact distance probably 4 1/2 area.
The ball is amazing to say the least it revs up super hard in the mids and has a very continuous ball motion that is smooth still. It is almost exactly like the Uprising but stronger on medium oil, it needs at least medium oil even being on the shiny side.
The resin base has to be in the same league with something like Masterpiece from Legends, which was ball if I slightly dulled would about outhook anything I had at the time.
So far the ball seems to be one of the best new pieces I have picked up in recent memory, it kicked the 10 pin out about every shot.
Stronger than the Code in oil strength and backend, I would say 4-5 boards total would be a good estimate. It outhooks a Playmaker by about 6-7 boards with a very close drill pattern, handles more oil and just plain is good.
Post by: charlest on August 25, 2008, 01:38:18 PM
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I can't see this link, I must not open it, I have to control my urge to buy another Code.
Ha! Big joke, Just ain't gonna happen!!
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Damn I really liked this ball, if I make room on my rack I guess this purchase will be justified.
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Guess I better get started on that 2nd rack for him ....
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Post by: A_P_K on August 25, 2008, 09:22:56 PM
Would be nice to organize my racks according to which league I'm bowling. 
If the Heist's reaction is like the Code I had then I won't need to buy one. (Code that is) ha!
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Edited on 8/25/2008 9:23 PM
Post by: directdrill on August 25, 2008, 10:11:03 PM
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If the Heist's reaction is like the Code I had then I won't need to buy one. (Code that is) ha!
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Edited on 8/25/2008 9:23 PM
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Post by: A_P_K on August 26, 2008, 06:28:50 AM
However the cover looked scuffed down and needed a slight lane shine to react best.
To compliment the Heist I'll keep it in OOB condition.
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Post by: directdrill on August 26, 2008, 09:11:32 AM
I have my Code at 600 grit and Valentino's Snake Oil, 5-1/4 x 4 layout. I have the Heist at 5 x 4 at 1000 Abralon. I didn't like the Heist with polish, but it reacts great at 1000 Abralon. With similar layouts and different surfaces, they work great together. If you have both, I doubt you will be disappointed.
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Post by: A_P_K on August 26, 2008, 09:51:53 AM
I'll let you know how I fare when I get my new Code.
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Post by: mrbowlingnut on August 26, 2008, 11:56:52 AM
Code for me is much more angular not even close to the Heist reaction, but let me tell you the Nkryption is almost too much backend reaction. Super good ball going to bowl sweepers with it tonight, already know that it works so well that I trust it that much.
Post by: Monster Stitch on August 28, 2008, 11:51:16 AM
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Post by: mrbowlingnut on August 28, 2008, 12:18:09 PM
Nkryption is smooth upfront and then for me go sideways, it is like alot stronger Swarm these two balls are my 1-2 balls now in liking them out of the newer stuff.
My number one all time ball is still The Big Kahuna or Vapor Zone, still have 3 BK's and 2 Vapor's.
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Would you say the Code is more for medium and the Nkryption is more for med to heavy oil?
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Post by: A_P_K on September 11, 2008, 11:26:42 PM
Code #2 is not as early as Code #1 was but it is early enough to give me a reaction shape I didn't have until now.
Compared to my Heist which is drilled Rico it gets far more length and makes a stronger move in the backend. So these two compliment each other better than Code #1 which was to be expected.
I'm really digging this ball, it's so buttery smooth in the mids, it gets through the heads easy enough, and is so controllable for me. It is more versatile and easier to use than Code #1 was. I can see where the ball is headed and what it will do as soon as I let it go. I also love the release versatility I can get now to fine tune my reactions. Also unlike Code #1 I don't need a lane shine for optimal performance.
The power at the pins and carry is also little better than the first, seems to store a little more energy to definitely kick out ten pins, not trip them up.
Really trying hard here not to pick up the Nkryption Code but I don't know how long I can fight it.
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Edited on 9/12/2008 6:46 AM
Post by: JS on September 12, 2008, 10:02:49 AM
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Finally got my Code #2 on the lanes tonight during league. It is drilled the same as Code #1 but the pin is 3" instead of 4". The pin may be a tad higher than Code #1s.
Code #2 is not as early as Code #1 was but it is early enough to give me a reaction shape I didn't have until now.
Compared to my Heist which is drilled Rico it gets far more length and makes a stronger move in the backend. So these two compliment each other better than Code #1 which was to be expected.
I'm really digging this ball, it's so buttery smooth in the mids, it gets through the heads easy enough, and is so controllable for me. It is more versatile and easier to use than Code #1 was. I can see where the ball is headed and what it will do as soon as I let it go. I also love the release versatility I can get now to fine tune my reactions. Also unlike Code #1 I don't need a lane shine for optimal performance.
The power at the pins and carry is also little better than the first, seems to store a little more energy to definitely kick out ten pins, not trip them up.
Really trying hard here not to pick up the Nkryption Code but I don't know how long I can fight it.
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Edited on 9/12/2008 6:46 AM
Watching Anthony throw the Code last night and kicking the crap of out the pins (723 or something like that?), made me wonder why I sold my Code. He is correct when he says it's versatile. As the lanes were starting to dry up he just squared up a little more and added speed and a little more tilt with his release and baboom, there were pins flying everywhere (it almost looked like someone was dropping pins from above the rack
). The reason the Code didn't work as well for me is it rolled too soon in the mids with my slower speed. Anthony....I think I decided to get an N-Code this week. You know you want one too
Post by: mrbowlingnut on September 12, 2008, 10:14:22 AM
Post by: JS on September 12, 2008, 10:22:04 AM
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JS the NCode would be better for you I think, longer and stronger it will force you left some but the ball always makes a hard move to the pocket.
Barry....if you have an UpRising, how does the N-Code compare to it?
Post by: A_P_K on September 12, 2008, 10:22:09 AM
Like Barry said utilize it's strength and try to get the most length and backend out of it.
I don't know if it would be overall stronger than your Uprising but you may be able to work with it.
I am not sure I will buy one I have other equipment that gives me similar reaction shapes. Believe it or not I can't really use my Pluto because there isn't enough oil for my line.
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Post by: mrbowlingnut on September 12, 2008, 10:29:34 AM
So do you probably need the N-Code??? Probably not but it is one of the best balls put out in a long time. My favorite AMF ball so far, smoother than the Break and handles more oil with just as many boards covered in total.
I would call the N-Code 2 boards stronger than My Uprising, it never squirts like the Uprising has done on a few shots.
Everything i am comparing is at box finish, so if you changed the Uprising I could not say what it would be.
Post by: JS on September 12, 2008, 11:22:24 AM
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Oh it's as strong in the backend of the lane as The Uprising, it is a slight step down from the S-75 only because the S-75 has more grit under the compound polish.
So do you probably need the N-Code??? Probably not but it is one of the best balls put out in a long time. My favorite AMF ball so far, smoother than the Break and handles more oil with just as many boards covered in total.
I would call the N-Code 2 boards stronger than My Uprising, it never squirts like the Uprising has done on a few shots.
Everything i am comparing is at box finish, so if you changed the Uprising I could not say what it would be.
Thanks for the insight Barry.